Great Bike Update 2

There are a number of things that we need to do to apply for the grant for Jason's bike. One thing that is part of the application is a letter from the recipient. Jason wrote his letter this afternoon:

3-17-17

Dear Athletes Helping Athletes Foundation,

My name is Jason. I am 9 years old. I would like an adaptive bike because I've never rode my own bike befor (sic) and want to experience it myself. The only bike I've ever rode was at the XXX Therapy Unit. Riding a bike will strengthen my legs and my hamstrings. It will also let me go very fast. Maybe I can even race my friends!

I really hope you can help me get a bike.

Sincerely, Jason

How sweet is that letter? So proud of him!

The Great Bike Update

We were contacted by the bike company this week and finalized specifics so Shawn will get a bike that is perfect for him. It looks like it will be shipped soon! We can't wait!

Meanwhile, we got an application in the works to hopefully get a bike for Jay, too!

Stay tuned!

Mostly Wordless Wednesday

"Look at my muscles."

"Don't make me use them."

Ha! Cracked us up!

Brotherly Love

Jack's teacher shared this sweet story about Jack and Shawn:

At recess today, Jack saw Shawn and went over to him. They talked for a few moments, while Shawn told Jack that he loved him and told Jack to give him hugs. Before Jack went back to his side of the play yard, Shawn started to remind Jack to remember to "Think, Listen, and Be Nice" (part of our morning mantra to all the boys). Jack joined in, and they both said the phrase together. They hugged again, and both went off on their way. The teacher thought it was a very sweet brother moment. I agree!

Overheard

Bedtime is the hardest time for the little people lately. The busy-ness has calmed, and thoughts that were quieted by the bustle of the day push forward. It is at this time when we talk and reminisce about grandma, each boy still grappling with what this loss means. Sometimes there are tears and hugs and snuggles. Sometimes there is laughter and hugs and snuggles. Tonight we had another one of those conversations.

It took a bit before they were ready for me to leave their room tonight. I told them I love them, wished them good dreams, and turned their light out. Usually, that is the end of the conversation I hear coming from them for the night. So I was a little surprised to hear murmurs when I walked down the hall a few minutes later.

"I love you, Jay. Do you know that?" Shawn called out.

"I know. I love you, too." Jay replied.

And my heart melted all over again by the sweetness of these amazing boys. xoxo

Music Time

A few weeks ago, the boys went on a field trip to a local theater and experienced music played by an orchestra.

They both thought the trip was pretty awesome and loved the music!

Not only that, but they are now learning how to play the recorder at school, too. I even went so far as to get some recorders for them to practice with at home. They haven't done too badly with them (except for Jack's insistence to "blow the train whistle" on it). I can't wait to hear how they sound at the end of their unit. :)

Cute Big Boy Saturday

He's trying on my shoes. It be long before his foot size passes mine!